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A young manatee trapped in a storm drain got a second chance thanks to a multi-agency rescue team in Melbourne Beach, Florida. After months of rehabilitation, Melby gained over 100 pounds and returned to the wild wearing a tracking microchip.
Florida manatees have made a stunning comeback, growing from fewer than 1,000 to over 8,000 thanks to America's strongest wildlife protection law. Two conservation groups are now joining forces to protect these gentle giants for future generations.
Scientists discovered that just a baseball-sized amount of plastic can kill a manatee, but they also created a free calculator that shows how every piece of trash you pick up protects wildlife. The tool turns beach cleanups into visible wins for Florida's beloved animals.
A gentle giant in Florida just became the oldest manatee ever recorded, more than doubling the typical lifespan of his species. Romeo's remarkable 71 years offers hope for marine conservation efforts worldwide.
When a mother manatee suffered severe propeller injuries, her calf refused to abandon her side. Rescuers in Southwest Florida saved them both together in a heartwarming mission.
City workers in Melbourne Beach heard strange sounds underground and discovered a 410-pound manatee trapped in a concrete storm drain. What followed was a remarkable six-hour rescue involving firefighters, wildlife experts, and an entire community determined to save one lost sea cow.
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A gentle giant manatee named Romeo just earned a Guinness World Record as the oldest manatee ever verified, celebrating at least 71 years of life. The beloved sea cow has fathered nine calves and continues to thrive at his Florida home, inspiring hope for marine conservation.
A 410-pound manatee who got stuck in a Florida storm drain while seeking warmth is now moving independently and showing interest in food just days after rescue. SeaWorld crews broke through concrete to save him.
A gentle giant seeking warmth got wedged in a storm drain, but a team of heroes pulled off an incredible rescue. The manatee is now recovering at SeaWorld and showing all the right signs of bouncing back.